Bio
Karl Veggerby studies freshwater and marine foodwebs. His research focuses primarily on two topics: stable isotopes to study predator-prey dynamics, and otoliths to study past growth rates of fish. He frequently collaborates with colleagues at NOAA and University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences. His work has been featured in the “Engineering with Nature” documentary and KGW8 Portland News.
Education
The University of Washington | Seattle, WA
- M.S. in Aquatic and Fishery Science (in progress) | May 2021 - Present
Western Washington University | Bellingham, WA
- B.S. in Environmental Science | September 2010 - December 2014
Experience
The University of Washington | Master’s student | May 2021 - Present
Stable isotope mixing model analysis in R
statistical analysis in R
Manuscript and grant writing
Co-author on 7 in-prep or in-review papers (first author on 3)
Northwest Fisheries Science Center | contract fisheries biologist | July 2015 - April 2021
coordination and leading of field work crews
Nearshore habitat surveys in Puget sound examining fish, eelgrass, and invertebrates
Gill-net and beach seine survey experience
co-author on 3 published papers (second author on 2)
otolith microstructure extraction/processing/analysis
stable isotope collection/processing/analysis
Help run a mass spectrometer at the NWFSC
Help design and implement sample analysis and quality control/quality assurance procedures for the new mass spectrometer at the NWFSC
eDNA sample collection
PCR lab techniques, microbial and invertebrate DNA extraction and processing
Northwest Fisheries Science Center | Volunteer Bio-technician | Summer 2013 and 2014
snorkel surveys
electroshocking
stable isotope sample collection
stable isotope sample preparation
aquatic insect taxonomy
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE, TEACHING EXPERIENCE, AND UNIQUE SKILLS
organized and led 9 separate field teams in Salmon River basin, Idaho for summer field work
In charge of keeping field crews safe while working in wilderness areas
Teaching field crews a variety of sampling techniques every year during field season
Teach interns and other researchers stable isotope processing and analysis procedures
Design and production of a unique eDNA water sampler to solve sampling needs for a project
Owns and operates a successful property management company in Seattle, WA
Earned a black belt in Kempo Karate and taught martial arts and self defense for several years
Third generation woodworker/carpenter; makes and sells custom fine furniture with family